Multicultural children's literature
Children's multicultural literature is that which "represents any distinct cultural group through accurate portrayal and rich detail" (Yokota, 1993, p. 157). Such literature presents a multitude of perspectives about the lives, culture, and contributions of each cultural group to American society.
Yokota, J. (1993). Issues in selecting multicultural children's literature. Language Arts, 70, 156-167.
Locating multicultural children's literature in the Library
The Library's Juvenile Collection is located on the second floor of the Library. You can browse for multicultural children's literature by looking for this sticker on the spine of books:
Try searching these subjects in CalCat:
Multiculturalism Juvenile fiction
Multiculturalism Juvenile Literature
Multiculturalism Juvenile Poetry
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NoveListA readers’ advisory resource for fiction and nonfiction. Browse by genre or your mood to figure out what to read next, or find "read-alikes" that are similar to a book you enjoyed.
Suggested Books children's multicultural literature
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Call Number: JUV FIC ALEISBN: 0316013684Publication Date: 2007-09-12
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Get Books Outside of Jennings Library
To find books not available in the Jennings Library, use Interlibrary loan or Vale Reciprocal Borrowing.
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Interlibrary LoanSubmit requests for materials not held at Jennings Library.
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Vale Reciprocal BorrowingTo borrow directly from other academic libraries one must first visit the circulation desk to obtain a form to take with you to the participating library.